The coach's eldest son was found dead in a Lehigh University dorm room during the Eagles' training came in South Bethlehem, Pa. His family had previously suggested that drugs were involved in his death, releasing a statement that their son succumb to a battle that "has been ongoing for eight years."

During that time, Garrett Reid had a history of drug abuse. His addictions were made public in 2007 when he was involved in a motor vehicle accident that traced back to his heroin usage.

Thereafter, Garrett was plagued with arrests, according to reports, for violations of parole and drug smuggling.

The news conference releasing further details on Garrett Reid's death will be held at 2 p.m. today. Stay with NJ.com for further reports.